Comparison

DM Flowchart Designer vs DrawViewer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DM Flowchart Designer

Effortlessly create professional flowcharts with AI assistance. Describe your needs in plain language, and the AI generates a styled diagram instantly. You can also refine it with a comprehensive suite of editing tools.

Highlights
  • AI-powered flowchart generation
  • Plain language descriptions for AI
  • 10+ node shapes
  • Rich styling options
  • Export to PNG, PDF, SVG
  • Multiple tabs for multitasking
  • Auto-save and crash recovery
Features
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Create professional flowcharts in minutes — or let AI build them for you. DM Flowchart Designer is a powerful, native flowchart editor for Mac and iPad. Describe what you need in plain language, and the built-in AI assistant will generate a complete, styled flowchart instantly. Then refine it visually with a full suite of editing tools. AI-POWERED GENERATION Chat with the AI to plan your flowchart, then generate it with one click. The AI understands node types, connection styles, color coding, and layout — so you get a polished result, not just boxes and arrows. Already have a flowchart? The AI can see your canvas and modify it based on your instructions. Works with Claude, GPT-4o, Gemini, and Grok — bring your own API key and choose your preferred model. FULL-FEATURED EDITOR 10+ node shapes: process, decision, input/output, cards, icons, notes, and more Rich styling: gradients, shadows, custom fonts, colors, and badges Flexible connections: curved, straight, and smooth lines with multiple dash patterns and arrow styles Body text on any node for descriptions and details Import images and place annotation pins directly on them Dark and light canvas themes EXPORT & SHARE Export to PNG, PDF, and SVG Save and open standard JSON files Share flowcharts across Mac and iPad BUILT FOR YOUR WORKFLOW Multiple tabs for working on several flowcharts at once Searchable canvas to find any node instantly Undo history with visual playback Auto-save and crash recovery Starter templates to get going fast Upgrade to Pro to unlock AI generation, all templates, PDF/SVG export, and multiple tabs. Hosted AI is an optional auto-renewable subscription ($14.99/month). Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase, and renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel any time in your Apple Account settings. Every other feature works without it, and you can use your own AI provider key instead. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://dependentmedia.com/dm-flowchart-designer-privacy-policy/

About

DrawViewer

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This app lets you quickly load and inspect draw.io files on iOS. Whether you are reviewing technical diagrams, system designs, or documentation, the experience stays focused, fast, and easy to navigate. DrawViewr uses diagrams.net-based web rendering in the background to display supported diagram files. Draw​.io is a trademark of its respective owner. ​Draw​Viewr is an independent viewer app and is not affiliated with or endorsed by draw​.io or diagrams​.net, they are so nice to provide the web rendering. Features: • Open draw.io files • Smooth zooming and panning • Multi-page diagram support • Quick file access via the Files app • Clean and minimal interface Perfect for engineers, developers, and anyone working with diagrams on the go.

Screenshots

DM Flowchart Designer2 screens
DrawViewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DrawViewer at none against DM Flowchart Designer's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DM Flowchart Designer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DrawViewer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
DM Flowchart Designer versus DrawViewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDM Flowchart DesignerDrawViewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyDaily—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJOSHUA CHARLES JORDANFlorian Schwaikl

In-app purchases

1 purchases

DM Flowchart Designer

One-time1
  • Flowchart Designer Pro$9.99
None

DrawViewer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DM Flowchart Designer free?
DM Flowchart Designer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DrawViewer free?
DrawViewer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DM Flowchart Designer or DrawViewer have ads?
Neither DM Flowchart Designer nor DrawViewer shows ads.

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